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J91 JCA

2000 Yamaha Serow

White Petrol 224cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

39,543 mi
Last recorded39,543 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Serow15,915 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ91 JCA
MakeYamaha
ModelSerow
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine224cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 39,543 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 38,581 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 37,405 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 37,405 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 36,414 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 35,333 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 34,295 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 33,806 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 33,013 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 32,583 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 31,868 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 31,074 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 30,059 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 29,010 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 28,217 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 27,231 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 26,199 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 24,599 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 23,089 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2007 21,084 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 20,079 miles

Drive chain badly worn.

Front R/H fork seal starting to leak

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 19,220 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 19,220 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Serow?

Based on 3,899 MOT tests across 399 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
399
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 27
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Footrest missing 12
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J91 JCA is a 2000 Yamaha Serow in White with a 224cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha Serow models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 15,915 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Serow fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J91 JCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Serow typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha Serow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J91 JCA registered?

J91 JCA is a 2000 Yamaha Serow, first registered on 17 January 2000.

Is J91 JCA safe to buy?

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